How to pronounce lunky
Say it like LUHNG-kee. Lunky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LUHNG).
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- LUHNG
- kee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lunky pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LUHNGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- keeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of lunky
American and British speakers say lunky in essentially the same way: /ˈlʌŋki/ in the US and /ˈlʌŋki/ in the UK.
British respelling: LUHNG-kee.
What does lunky mean?
- Stupid; slow-witted; unintelligent.
Where does lunky come from?
From lunk + -y.
Words that rhyme with lunky
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of lunky.
Questions about saying lunky
How do you pronounce lunky?
Say LUHNG-kee. The American pronunciation is /ˈlʌŋki/. In British English it is /ˈlʌŋki/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lunky?
Lunky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LUHNG). Broken into parts: LUHNG · kee.
Do Americans and Brits say lunky the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈlʌŋki/ and the British form is /ˈlʌŋki/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.